Payroll Manager

As Payroll Manager, you will oversee the payroll function across multiple international locations, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing for a dynamic and rapidly expanding team. This role will involve managing all payroll operations, keeping detailed records, producing regular reports, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the payroll process.   

• Global Payroll Management: Oversee payroll for around 200 employees across four countries, supporting 50% anticipated year-on-year growth.  
• Payroll Processing: Ensure the timely and accurate processing of all employee salaries, benefits, and deductions, maintaining rigorous confidentiality of financial information.  
• Data Management and Reporting: Maintain detailed employee records, prepare payroll reports, and update data for new hires and terminations.  
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure payroll practices are in full compliance with local laws and regulations, including those regarding working hours and minimum wages.  
• Error Resolution: Identify and resolve any payroll discrepancies promptly.  
• Pension Administration: Accurately manage pension deductions and coordinate with external partners for reconciliation.  
• Change Monitoring: Track employee status changes, including promotions, transfers, and exits.   Payroll Journal Entries: Complete all payroll-related journal entries for each payroll cycle.

• Manage all HMRC submissions and payroll reconciliations, ensuring strict adherence to legislative timelines.  
• Lead and contribute to payroll-related projects, focusing on process improvements and operational efficiency.  
• Collaborate closely with Finance and HR teams to streamline procedures and enhance data integrity.  

• Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.  
• Strong data analysis and presentation abilities, with a talent for translating findings into actionable insights for stakeholders.  
• Excellent interpersonal skills and up-to-date technical payroll knowledge.  
• Proven experience with outsourced payroll processing and familiarity with in-house payroll management.  
• Proficiency with payroll systems, numerical tasks, and time management skills to meet deadlines.

• Bonus
• Enhanced pension with salary sacrifice options  
• Life assurance cover for peace of mind  
• Enhanced sick pay and private medical insurance with flexible family cover